Chewy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Deliciously chewy red velvet brownies topped with smooth cream cheese frosting, perfect for sharing and delightful in every bite.
Ingredients
Brownie Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Sift for a lighter texture.
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder Use good quality for optimum flavor.
- 1 cup sugar Provides sweetness and chewy texture.
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil Adds moisture.
- 2 large eggs Acts as a binding agent.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances chocolate flavor.
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring Gel coloring works best.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened For a tangy frosting.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness.
- 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting) Classic pairing with cream cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. Use a toothpick to check doneness; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
Frosting
- While the brownies cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the brownies have cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
Serving
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
These brownies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Best enjoyed with a scoop of ice cream!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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